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[@roydavis2242]

I have discovered a secret. When you figure out how long it will take to see everything you want in an area, double it. We kept a homebase but we also have someone to take care of it. The very definition of the word boondock is: rough, remote, or isolated country. The term used by many for Walmart/Cracker Barrel staying is "Lot-docking".

[@waynec3121]

That’s boondocking John

[@RVOddCouple]

Hey Roy! Appreciate your points as always... well I didn't think to look up the definition but that makes a ton of sense... dry camping or lot docking are probably more accurate... But I couldn't agree with you more on the doubling the time. Because otherwise traveling becomes too exhausting. It's supposed to be fun- not "work"! And yes, especially after 2020... having a home base is nice!

[@marydudley6120]

Love that, “you bring you wherever you go”...so true!

[@RVOddCouple]

So True.... Thank you Mary💚

[@mkarriker100]

You know how sometimes when you go to Church, it feels like the sermon was prepared exactly for you? That was the way this video hit me. As Amy and I continue to contemplate buying our first RV, this video hit on a lot of topics which were on my mind and added clarity to many things. Because of where I am in the process of still seeking an RV and all the things that go with it, I’m not technically even a newbie. But this video was very helpful and will help shape many decisions when that time comes. Thank you!

[@RVOddCouple]

You are very welcome. Thank you Marty

[@RipVanBoylan]

I am a retired over the road trucker. The wife and I lived in a double sleeper Volvo big rig for 5 years together. Watching the 2 of you is like looking in the mirror. Being together 24/7 brought Kelly and I very close and strong. We are equally yoked in the guiding hand of the Most High. We both desperately want to do the RV nomad lifestyle since we have kids both on the west coast and the east coast as well as grandbabies. Of all the RV channels I've explored, yours is the MOST honest for me. You guys are legit, because I know how road life can be as a trucker. God bless you and yours. Consider me a fan.

[@RVOddCouple]

God Bless you as well Brother💚 Hope we cross paths

[@FulfilledFreedom]

Part of RV life IS making mistakes. Everyone makes their own to learn along the way, but hearing yours does help minimize them! Thank you for sharing.

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy to help where we can 😊👍

[@derekgreen1222]

I guess technically it's boondocking but I'm with you John boondocking is being "set up" somewhere; jacks down, chairs out, etc....

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Derek👍😊

[@beeer19]

I am new to your channel, & love it. I was semi-retired until Covid hit last year, & I was forced in to full retirement. I found out I cannot sleep until I feel like getting up in the morning - Mother nature had something to say about that. When both of you reach your early 70's like I am, you will find out you wake up periodically & have to go to the bathroom(I kept this clean for the sake of You Tube & your lovely daughter). Keep up the good work.

[@gandalf6223]

I prefer the terms dry camping and boondocking. Boondocking is dry camping out in the country somewhere. Dry camping can be done in a parking lot, stealth camping parked somewhere, civilized, mooch docking at someone's property, or even dry camped at a campground in an overflow area.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Mike 👍😊

[@blissblaney2070]

Congrats on hitting 100,000 huge accomplishment!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you 😊 We appreciate your support in helping us get there

[@TF856]

Staying in parking lots is a form of dry camping but it's not boondocking. There are other terms that might refer to that like Wally docking. Keep in mind that there are a lot of RV parks that are like parking lots because all the RVs are crammed so close together. Boondocking takes place out in the boonies no where near cities or any place that has facilities or hookups! Even campgrounds without hookups is not boondocking. That is dry camping. My parents taught us kids to boondock back in the 60s. Their 16 foot Aristocrat travel trailer only had residential style light fixtures in it. My dad put a residential-style plug-in receptacle on the back of the truck and put 12 volt light bulbs in all the residential light fixtures so they had lights when boondocking. Their trailer had a pressurized fresh water tank that made the water look cloudy when it came out. And that trailer also had a pull out poty like a regular drawer with a plastic bag under it. It was a small trailer but we loved boondocking. No one to bother us and no one for us to bother. Just the six of us. In the eighties I bought my own 24 foot travel trailer fully self-contained that I loved living in that for four years till I got married. I desperately want to go back to that lifestyle. By the way, I hope for your sakes that you got your braking system figured out and corrected on your truck and trailer. The tow vehicle should never ever have to stop the trailer. BUT, if your truck breaks ever fail the trailer would have to help to stop the truck along with the emergency brake. Have a great day.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you for taking the time to share this :) Good info

[@Tom-px4fn]

With retirement in the near future realizing my 40 yr dream. I believe that there are some options out there for home basing. I will Domicile in South Dakota (insurance, taxes & mail) and have 2 permanent locations to base out of. Winters in South FL. and Summers in Nebraska on the Farm. Having family property in both locations set up 2 permanent sights with a building to store the things I like to do around those areas hobby and more specifically tools I need around once a year. A place where I can have a more normal life with friends and family. As you said with all the ajustments my companion will be a dog until God provides me someone like minded that can handle a wide variety of living lifestyles urban to country. With the 1200 percent increase in RV sales this year spending an average of three months in each location will give me 6 months to travel and explore in more off seasons for space availability. With 2 places set up like that, I will be able to lock the door hop on a plane and travel that way not only being more secure than public storage but big cost savings once set up.

[@virginialemm864]

ANOTHER video I just loved. I am so happy that you discovered the slow-down-and-enjoy method of traveling. Awhile back I mentioned that, and to really see and experience just what our beautiful country has to offer. Sooooo happy you did it, and “got” it! I’ll bet Sage is lovin’ it too. She is such a sweetheart, give her a big hug from me, please. Depending upon who you talk to, the definition of boon docking is staying overnight at a place where there are no water, electric or sewer hookups. Tim says “no, that means you’re out in the woods or desert somewhere with no hook ups!” Bull...without hookups, you’re boon docking. I knew you’d like it Mercedes, as it is so nice not to have a ton of other campers ten feet from your rig, you can be as loud as you want, and enjoy a place where no one else is, and not feel like you’ve just spent the night in a “parking lot”, the way some rv “resorts” are configured. You’ve got enough water, battery power and hopefully some solar, so you can “escape” the humanity rat race for a few days or even longer. Mercedes, hon, I am so happy you enjoy driving the truck and fifth wheel. So much fun once you get the hang of it. Tim and I actually looked for several years before we bought our motorhome. We had a self-contained pop up trailer for twenty years, loved it, but needed something we could pull off the road for potty stops and less length to park, but most of all, less work he/we have to do...we are getting older and love the relative ease of traveling in a motorhome. Did you try out Wildflower cafe/bread company in Sedona? It’s at 101 N. AZ hwy 89A, the main road in town. Fabulous sandwiches with seating outdoors, giving you that gorgeous view of the red rocks. Anyway, we were there last month and would have LOVED to stay longer. I’ve gone on enough now. Please continue to stay safe, travel safely, and love each other! Love to you all, Virginia

[@RVOddCouple]

Hi Virginia 😊 You are one of our favorite Teachers. Always grateful to hear your experience. Happy Thanksgiving Virginia 🦃💚🦃 We love you

[@virginialemm864]

RV Odd Couple ...and you have a wonderful Thanksgiving, too. Missing my dad, but I know he and mom will be “with us.”

[@kimberlyaedwards0864]

Boondocking is essentially camping without hookups. You may also hear it referred to as 'dry camping'. Often, dry camping means staying in a campground without hookups, whereas, boondocking typically means staying in a completely undeveloped area.

[@RVOddCouple]

Agreed! Thank you

[@rcb8526]

Congrats on 100k you guy’s!!! You all so deserve it!!! Thanks 🙏 for sharing your lives on the road with that beautiful little girl.. she is experiencing a life that she will always have in her heart.. I love to see the two of you smiling at Sage when she gets to see something brand new at such a young age (WOW)!!!!!!! Hope to see you on the road sometime soon! God bless you! Rick & Karen

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you so much Rick & Karen💚 Sage Love Her Life...Nothing better than seeing Her smile😀 God Bless you as well and hoping our paths cross sooner than later. Take care

[@rvvideoswiththomyt5263]

your videos are super valuable. nI have been watching them for over two years now. Thomyt Cheers and Happy Holidays!

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy holidays Thomyt Appreciate your support :)

[@tommyswafford7132]

Boondocking is my favorite kind of RV'n hands down. There is a slight learning curve though. Sometimes finding dump stations is next to impossible.

[@RVOddCouple]

Dump stations is my biggest concern so considering a compost toilet

[@robinwoodard7898]

You guy's are so funny.. This is how my husband and I talk.. we've been married for 35 yeas.. thanks for the information

[@RVOddCouple]

Hi Robin 💚 Always happy to help.

[@okherewego6643]

We are packing the new rig and will begin our full time adventure in a few weeks. I have 3 bins of tools and 2 toolboxes. My husband has 4 bins of tools and 2 trunks full. Tomorrow we are dumping all the tools out on the porch to purge the duplicates and non-essentials, and taking only what will fit in 1 bin. But wait, I will need a new, heavy duty clear bin... Amazon again 😁

[@RVOddCouple]

That is awesome! I know exactly what your going through. Hang in there and hope to see you out here :)

[@everettsmith9250]

I’ve been watching the Odd Squad since 2018 when I bought my 5th wheel. I have used your info over the last 2 years to RV. One thing I’ve noticed is your editing of the videos is so much better. RV on.

[@RVOddCouple]

Good to hear Everett :) Thank you for all of your support💚😀👍

[@christinedorbert4615]

Yes, please make that video regarding gadgets you bought you regret. 🙏 Thanks for giving me something to look forward to & giving us all open & honest info! Safe travels!!! xo

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Christine 💚💚💚

[@lillybellep8956]

You give such great information. thank you.

[@pauljohnston1057]

I'm a travel nurse and in the process of buying a fifth wheel. I'll be in each location at least 3 months and could be there up to a year. I'll be in rv parks. Love watching yall. Thanks for all the great videos. Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas.

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy Thanksgiving Paul 😊

[@CowboyBikerAdventures]

John and Mercedes, I retired, sold everything including my house and am now RVing full time alone, working on 6 months. I have had to adjust so much but love the place my RV takes me. I also do KZbin videos and it takes so much time to edit them. I work about 20 hours a week on editing. I refuse to spend more time on them. That is why I am 2 months behind with only doing one video a week and doing 3 to 5 adventures a week. LOL So I kind of know what you are going through. Happy thanksgiving. Don

[@RVOddCouple]

Thanks for sharing Don :) we have watched some of you videos 👍 TONS of work!!! Still hoping to cross paths with you Don

[@CowboyBikerAdventures]

@@RVOddCouple I'm still learning I am honored that you took time to watch some of my videos though and yes I hope I get to meet y'all someday. Don

[@emilycrawford9605]

Thank you guys for all your wonderful videos...I absolutely love how honest and upfront you guys are about all the aspects of RV living. Wishing you all happy and safe travels ❤❤

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Emily💚💚💚

[@joan9054]

We sold our home a year ago and launched full time in our 38' Class A. We love you guys and your videos and have been enjoying them since early 2019. This our first comment. The one concern we both have with, in regards to our transition, if we had not cut the strings to our sticks & bricks home, it would have left us too easy an out when things seem uncomfortable. We have times, especially with 2020 and all of it's unique challenges, where if we were able to quit this life & go back to our house, we may not have made the daily choice of sticking it out with the rv life.

[@RVOddCouple]

Excellent point Joan!!! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. Hopefully we cross paths with you💚

[@Colquhouns]

Happy Thanksgiving! You two are doing great! Thank you for sharing your regrets, very useful info!

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy Thanksgiving 💚

[@ditchedthekids6756]

Mercedes...I am a scrapbooker as well and struggles with not being able to continue that on the road, but I settled on getting a post card from each destination and putting them on an O ring. Its a great way to remember where we've been.

[@RVOddCouple]

😀👍

[@tedreid1035]

An advantage of a home base for us older folks is that at some point in our lives most of us will need to move back to some type of sticks and bricks. Nice to have that option when the time comes.

[@RVOddCouple]

Options are best

[@jennikadarling3812]

Congrats on 24 months! That's amazing!

[@heidiproudfit2041]

Thank you for sharing your experiences! I too live in my camper full time, but it’s because I work project to project in different states. I’m the princess and the pea and require my own mattress! It’s been almost 2 years for me as well. And I’m in my purge and reorganizing stage this week as now I get to work from “home” in my camper. Not easy!!! 😂👍🏼

[@RVOddCouple]

You can do it! But you're right... it's not easy. I find having a "dedicated" work space helps... now creating a designated work space is another issue. lol

[@RedPupAdventures]

I think we have watched all of your videos now. Some twice. This one and others are helping us prepare for what we hope to be full time living starting in 2022. Also, watching you has been one of things that has inspired our own Channel. Only just started posting and will learn along the way, Thanks so much for the great content!

[@ronaldw.2923]

Wow, what a beautiful video in these times of needed joy, thank you.

[@RVOddCouple]

You are very welcome Ronald. Happy Thanksgiving 💚🦃

[@bstrickland4]

My favorite video you guys have done. So honest and transparent. Seeing you guys together brings reality to the situation. Love you guys!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Brian 💚💚💚

[@stevetekrv5791]

Great video! You both always put a smile on my face. Keep up the fantastic work!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Steve 💚

[@venusbenson9233]

Thanks for sharing this great video! It was fun to watch. I love how you guys are so joyful and open to unanticipated changes, knowing that things will work out for your good. I took away some valuable nuggets to consider as I am gearing up to start my RV journey. Be blessed & stay safe. Happy Thanksgiving!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you 💚 Happy Thanksgiving and God Bless you as well

[@nerdyfarmgrl]

I love how real you guys are, its really important in helping me in my planning

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you 😊

[@AsOnlyIAmNow]

I love the 4am is the only quiet time, SO true! While hubbys does hook ups I do jacks. I grew up camping in the Pacific NW so I'm the only driver of the RV. Learn everything you can in case of emergency and you have to pull, lift and load out in Seconds. Our base is a City Lake with Golf Course and bar. Our mistake was starting Too small..

[@RVOddCouple]

🤣

[@chrispatriot]

"You bring you, wherever you go" - as a business/life coach, I love that!!! Well said!! :)

[@oldmaninthemirror]

Got several good chuckles watching this one guys..Thanks

[@RVOddCouple]

Awesome! Happy Thanksgiving Jim 👍😊

[@joepiacentino9057]

Great video guys! I don’t ever see us going full time and giving up our home, however 1-2 months at a time seems realistic for us. Who knows? Glad to see the joy in your faces! God bless

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Joe 👍💚😊

[@paulblack1799]

Watch out, John. Mercedes is tough. Throw her to the wolves and she'll return, leading the pack.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Paul! I agree but I'm totally biased! hehehe

[@dontazz2003]

😂😂😂 John, she gave Birth you sure you want to do this bet.

[@brunnie]

"Red Roads" are the way to travel, whether full timing or overlanding. Boondocking is staying without hookups of any kind. In MY opinion, actual boondocking is staying in one location without hookups, off the grid, for several days and ENJOYING IT!! We used to go to a lake west of Buena Vista, CO and stay on NFS land in a beautiful meadow. There was a stream for fishing, room for my daughter to ride her bike and play, and space for the wife to do whatever she wanted to do. Now my GF and I go Overlanding. We take the county roads, trying to stay off pavement as much as possible. We take the 4wd roads that lead us to places few others can get to. We hunt for out of the way places, in addition to spending time in state and national parks, and we stay in motels and VRBOs.

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy Thanksgiving Brunnie 🦃👍😊

[@brunnie]

@@RVOddCouple Happy Thanksgiving to you also.

[@lynetteknight4560]

I would love that list of things you didn't need and had regrets buying. We appreciate all you do and thanks for your wonderful videos. You guys are awesome!!!

[@RetiredLovingIt]

Time goes so fast we do need to slow down and enjoy each day. Good travels and stay safe guys!

[@RVOddCouple]

Yes it does.... thank you 😊

[@lanceb.4404]

I like the 330 rule in that you don't drive more than 330 miles in a day or stop by 3:30PM. And I stay off interstates a much as possible so I can see the quirky places that this country has to see.

[@RVOddCouple]

Yes and thank you for the additional tips. Great tips

[@martykong3592]

Thanks for another GREAT SHARE! Honestly you nailed it, we don't know what we don't know.... regret not starting way sooner; not doing enough research, and ....and and ... Take care and good one for BOTH of you! Cheers and hope you had a great Christmas!

[@danj8777]

Mercedes Survivor 2021!!!! That would be so bad ass!!! If you’re looking for new places to check out I would encourage you to look at the iron range in northern Minnesota. I stay at a municipal campground named Sherwood Forest in the town of Gilbert Minnesota. It overlooks an old iron mine that is now lake Ore-be-gone. They have full hook up sites and they can accommodate large rigs. I’m seventy feet nose to tail with my truck, fifth wheel, and utility trailer. The site I normally get backs up to the bluff overlooking the lake so my bay window has an awesome view. There is also an off road vehicle park about five minutes away that you can go ATVing at or take your Jeep off roading there as well. If you want to know more let me know and I’ll do what I can for you. Another awesome video!!!!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Hey Dan 👍😊 We may take you up on that next summer

[@3sons66]

Great video. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you! Hope yours was good :) Merry Christmas

[@SoniCido]

Thank you!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Tonymanero1960]

Outstanding video !!!,....I always look forward to your recent uploads because of your perspective on life and what is most important. The technical things about an Rv are interesting,...but,...your outlook and inspiration on life keep me subscribed.

[@RVOddCouple]

Wow, thank you Tony💚

[@hammer48ful]

My wife and I do destination RVing. We have a home base and go places from there. With Covid19 we've done the state parks. Most don't have hookups, which is fine for a week. Looking forward to really getting out again a month at a time. We try to bake in extra time in out trips so that if we see something along the way we can stop and do that. I like having a home base because I like working on the camper. I have a workshop where I can make improvements and repairs on the camper. With covid19 my biggest regret is not being able to see my kids. My daughter is in Canada and the border is closed. Have a great Thanksgiving. You are so blessed to have your daughter.

[@RVOddCouple]

Love when people find their sweet spot in RV Life. Lots of ways to find happiness and joy 😊Happy Thanksgiving George and God Bless you as well

[@richardrawlins7950]

Pam and I would like to wish you guys a Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you so much for the well wishes. Happy Thanksgiving to you and Pam, and your family as well!

[@dalen.tenney5210]

You two are great!!! Thanks for your efforts 👍

[@heresjohnny4836]

im going to be buying my first rv soon and am watching a bunch of your videos along with others videos to learn some mistakes before i start, so thank you

[@DavidHBurkart]

"YOU bring YOU wherever YOU go." Aaaaaamen I do not consider stopovers/overnighters in parking lots boondocking, however these stopovers can be a great way to hone your boondocking skills before actually setting up for a two or three night remote BLM/USFS stay. It clearly got Mercedes interested in boondocking, part of the overall RV experience 😉👍 John, I get more done late at night too. The quiet is amazing and does wonders for zero distractions. The problem is that I am still an early riser... 😂 Happy Thanksgiving!

[@RVOddCouple]

Aaaaaamen David!!! You sound just like me and thank you for taking my side! LOL😂 Sorry for the slow....Trying to catch up. Hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful

[@pukwudjivc]

Why not fish? Buy a couple of rods and stuff them in a 4" ABS tube. You could strap that to the side of the ladder, to the roof, or in a pass-through. Then all you need is a tackle box. Another option is when you get someplace beautiful, look for a fishing guide. A lot of times they'll have gear you can use.

[@RVOddCouple]

👍😊

[@ciccaj]

I just wanted to thank you for this video. Mainly for John's advice to keep your house if you are not certain you will like full time RVing. That is exactly the advice I needed to hear right now as I approach retirement and an RV purchase.

[@RVOddCouple]

Always happy to help John. Thank you

[@dreameryoung38]

Another plus to things I need to know,hi you two still taking notes.Wow I got a lot to learn because it's just going to be me.Im so glad I didnt buy my RV a year ago because of sudden changes in my life,moving back home to be a caretaker and now having to take care of some other things.Im still kind of nervous but with all the information your providing it makes me comfortable

[@dewholdingsllc1050]

Thanks. Good idea show us what items to delete or skip. Hate reinventing a wheel. What items are really useful to own.

[@RVOddCouple]

Working on a video Monty 😀👍 Hope you and yours are well....We are always catching up

[@vinnykeenan6355]

Okay. We have the challenge for you two. Get back to the fifth wheel. Mercedes hitches up and drives off to go boondocking for a week. John, you stay in the class c with Sage for a week and do all of Mercedes chores. We'll head on out there to pick up the carnage from both of you 😂 Seriously, it's good to see that you both appreciate what each of you do to make your journey happen Kim and Vinny in CT

[@RVOddCouple]

Challenge accepted Kim & Vinny!!! LOL...You Guys Rock!!!

[@sammcgee180]

Keep it up y'all doing great , love you guys have a blessed day

[@RVOddCouple]

Thanks so much for the encouragement and for watching! Much love and blessings to you and yours too!

[@lindseyhoffman8222]

I love you guys! Your channel is an organizer's/planner's extra fun manual!

[@ciccaj]

You are doing a great job. "You bring you wherever you go." Beautiful

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you John :)

[@MyGoatShedLife]

Woohoo 100K! You go guys! So happy for you. John was too much baggage....LOL! Y'all are so funny. Another great video guys. Y'all have learned so much in a really short period of time, and I love that you are sharing it. Happy travels...love y'all!

[@RVOddCouple]

Hi Lynn 💚 Grateful that you've come along with us😀 Love you

[@TignerAdventures]

You are talking about Lot Docking. So parking in a parking lot. There is also Mooch Docking. Parking in someones driveway. Boon docking is usually away from everything like out on BLM land. We like to Boondock and normally spend about 300 days a year doing that. The other is mooch docking. However where we stay we typically pay our way be doing remodel jobs, or mowing the grass. So usually mooch would be you are using resources from your family or friends and not paying them. For the first time ever we have accepted a workamp job in a resort in Yuma and so we will be tied to that for 5 months. Don't think we would be happy living in a resort all the time but for the winter this gig is pretty nice. Have fun and Thanks for your comments and time spent helping others.

[@RVOddCouple]

Congratulations on the Yuma Gig :) Let us know how it works out and thank you for taking the time to share your experience

[@douglastong3208]

True boondocking IMHO is at least 14 days straight with no hookups. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@RVOddCouple]

Agree Douglas! We'll go for it soon :)

[@loneapple440]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and this vid is a welcomed adventure of thoughts....

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy Thanksgiving Rob 👍💚😊

[@lorenalouise69]

Love this video. I see many 'how to' videos coming from this one. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Lorena & Happy Thanksgiving to you too! I agree.. there are so many sub topics that could use their own deep dive!

[@bobbylichty1663]

I love that you guys are so real and give the true facts. It makes me want to consider renting out my house and hitting the road. My only problem is finding the right partner to do that with. I can tell that has got to be #1. ❤

[@RVOddCouple]

We love the RV Life

[@tinaregeneratedlady3476]

This was so helpful. I'm struggling with getting rid of some things. Unsure what to keep. Nervous because I will be starting out full time from Northern Kentucky in January. Also it has been nearly 11 years since I've driven while pullling something. You are such a blessing. I feel much more at ease after watching this episode. I would have rather it been better timing but my husband died of sudden heart attack & I wasn't able to financially keep the house (prior bad decisions). We've loved camping for years & with multiple kids we have lived in motor homes we owned for a few months at a time while moving from house to house in various states. We stopped little over 10 years ago because my husband had muscular dystrophy and needed to go into wheelchair full time & didn't want to get a different camper because of showering & bathroom issues.

[@RVOddCouple]

Hi Tina💚 Always happy to hear that we help a little :) Our Prayers are with you and please let us know how your travels. Stay warm and head south in Jan :)

[@jimmiephillips1814]

We are in our Reflection 367 for 5 days now and love her. We got a new mattress for our bed and sleep like a baby. My wife retires next May or June then we are off to traveling the States. Thanks for all I have learned from you. God bless you all.

[@hughhaefner5486]

Besides your videos being informative for RVers, you are also hitting the souls of non RVers. Watching your videos has become a soothing effect upon people. I can't be the only one that feels this way about what you both do. And I thank you for that as I go through a tough life threatening illness. I can kick back and know your videos are going to give me a positive outlook through some grim times. Thank you for that and God bless.

[@RVOddCouple]

God Bless you Hugh💚💚💚 Thank you for the kind words. Strange times...Adding you to our Prayers and thank you for being with us on our travels

[@sharoncochran8508]

When my now adult children were little, we converted a 1930's Bluebird school bus into a camper and parked at a fishing\music park for 3 years. We stayed every weekend that the weather permitted. That's as close to RVing that I'll ever be but I totally love keeping up with y'all! You're so real, funny and entertaining. Thank you for taking me along on your adventure!

[@RVOddCouple]

Sharon that sounds like so much fun. Can only imagine how dear to those memories must be to you and your kiddos! That's the good stuff. Thank you for joining our adventure!

[@LiveLaughRV]

Nope, Walmart is not boondocking. Not sure if you're still in Sedona, but if you are, check out FR525 and overnight there. It's a beautiful boondocking area off 89A. We're in our eight-year of FT RVing, and our biggest regret is not hanging on to the house. But we're happy with the RV we chose and not going too big. Enjoy AZ. We spend our winters here and love it.

[@RVOddCouple]

Loving AZ 👍💚😊. We just drove by you 😊

[@jasons1296]

Always enjoy y'all's videos.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Jason 😊

[@timinsandiego6979]

It was good to catch this one. You gave up a lot o of good advice too. Happy travels to you!

[@julsnwv]

I was just telling a friend the other day now that we are in our RV for a month full-time, that our life and relationship is still the way it was just in a different home/ environment.

[@RVOddCouple]

Congratulations Julie :)

[@julsnwv]

@@RVOddCouple thanks! I think it can definitely be a make or break situation for a marriage. If we fight about something - it's the same kind of something we fought about in our house. But at the end of the day - I've got a 12 square foot living room to share - so there is a lot more impetus to work things out more quickly. Just my observations.

[@mauranoonan8951]

Happy Thanksgiving! Stay safe!

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy Thanksgiving Maura💚🦃. You as well...crazy times

[@777cretbo]

"Progress is in yourself" Very good!! :)

[@RVOddCouple]

:-) it's an inside job!

[@MRHEAT20]

What a great talk - thanks

[@RVOddCouple]

👍😊 Happy Thanksgiving Ed😊

[@julsnwv]

Oooohhhh we are definitely of the mindset that we both need to do everything. I have driven our rig and dumped the tanks. If anything happened I want to be good to go.

[@RVOddCouple]

Amen!!! Good for you 👍😀

[@johnwiseman9871]

. Thanks for your show. Love you guys. My wife and I have experienced everything that you have and think it’s great that you’re helping newbies. Happy Thanksgiving to the three of you. By the way you can hear Sage in the background but it’s not a problem.

[@RVOddCouple]

Our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed. Yes, Sage made herself known. lol She was being such a good kid and playing so cute I didn't have the heart to tell her to be quiet. Happy Thanksgiving and much love to you and yours too!

[@jennifereusterman]

Happy Thanksgiving!!! Adore you three. God bless.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you so much Jennifer! Appreciate the kind words. Happy Thanksgiving & God bless you and yours!

[@golfnut2599]

our experience, we kept our home, but we are not totally full time. we go out for 6 months a year give or take. we go out for however long we feel comfortable sometimes it's 1 month sometimes 2 or 3, we take off and when we want to head home that's what we do. we stay home for a month or so then head back out, it's been working out for us great

[@RVOddCouple]

👍👍👍

[@katyferguson8349]

I really appreciate y'all..I agree taking time ,planning and not bring too much STUFF. I'm planning to be out there in a year..maybe 2. Thanks again and praying helps me too. 🤠. Hats off to y'all doing what you do with a child.

[@RVOddCouple]

💚💚💚

[@EastCoastStreamers]

Creating routine would be big for us. Oe of the best benefits of being mobile is seeing the country but having a consistent schedule would be key. Definitely do a video of things you have but don't need. Perhaps also thinking you need something and use it for a while then it gets but in a storage compartment and forgotten because it wasn't really necessary. Good point about RV lifestyle evolution. It's okay to make a change when it makes sense. Excellent video as usual! OMG - Lone boondocking could be a great video!

[@laurypalmer4808]

Yes,yes,yes, survivor Mercedes addition.

[@RVOddCouple]

Lol...

[@takinourtoysandlivin]

Wallydocking, Crackerdocking, Moochdocking, and Lotdocking are definitely NOT boondocking, it’s just spending the night somewhere without hookups which is dry camping. And it can’t be boondocking if you can wake up, walk 50’ and order a Sunrise Sampler with a side of bacon and a coffee! 😜 Now on to more important stuff, John. When do we get to drop Mercedes off in the woods?!?! 😁

[@outoftexasRev7v9]

...With a camera crew and the Jeep?

[@RVOddCouple]

ummmm.... your opinion doesn't count... you're biased because you're John's friend :-) I'm kidding... but I will admit that boondocking connotes a "remoteness" to it. Cracker barrel or Walmart are in civilization. That said. I still want to dry camp more often... just not too much... Besides be careful what you wish for... you'll be helping John with Sage! I see many many hours of "harry the bunny" in your future! 😂

[@takinourtoysandlivin]

@@RVOddCouple 😂😂😂

[@takinourtoysandlivin]

@@outoftexasRev7v9 I’m thinking just cameras, no film crew (they’d end up helping her!) and no Jeep! If she wants to leave she has to drive the motorhome out!! 😁

[@kevinasselta4632]

Stay 1 night in a parking lot is not boondocking , 3 nights or more with no out sourced water/electric.. or dumping prior to next location.

[@RVOddCouple]

I agree Kevin!

[@johnchalker6193]

This is John chalker Waterbury Connecticut it is overnight parking it is boondocking but in another way you are in a parking lot where you are safe and comfortable you don't put out your slides and all of that stuff make a long story short that is boondocking and it's called overnight camping so it is boondocking or you can call it blacktop camping CC

[@RVOddCouple]

Hi John 😊 Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

[@STORMAIR1]

Good tips and I also have way too many tools. Enjoy the vids! Safe travels.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thanks, you too!

[@JR828]

Great advice! You have confirmed much of my thought process. Just got my RV last month....finally after 2 1/2 years of research and learning! Because of the extensive research I did, I initially wanted a small Class A, but realized a 24ft B+/C with the right floor plan would give me all I need much more economically. Like you said, just got the basic supplies, and will adjust as I go. For me, I do want to sell the S&B and full time, but for now since I live in S Florida, I'm going to spend the next 4-6 months camping around the state once every 2-3 weeks for 4-5 days at a time, get to know my rig, and also learn about the lifestyle. I'm sure I'll realize the things I'm going to need , and also NOT need as you stated. Thx for another great video, and congrats on 100K subs.....and yes you take you with you......"Wherever you go, there you are!"

[@RVOddCouple]

Hi Jud! Always happy to hear that we have helped :) Awesome job on taking your time and doing the research necessary in figuring out whats best for you. We hope to meet you in FL. We should be back in Nokomis in January. Love sitting around a fire and meeting those who have helped us grow.

[@JR828]

@@RVOddCouple Look forward to it! I will be at Oscar Sherer State Park January 9-14th. Let's make it happen!

[@LeeH-Ranger83]

Great video - Happy Thanksgiving! My TOP regret is trying to do too much in a short time. So we now spend more time 3-5 days at a location before we move onto our next stop.

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy holidays Lee :)

[@paulallshouse3377]

I was glad I learned to drive our 30 ft 5th wheel. He took me 10 out of Yuma and told me not to feel pushed. When we turned off a truck tried to pass on the right as I was trying to park on the parking area on the right. He was 2 inches away the entire length of the rig. He was apologetic because it was not 2 lanes

[@paulallshouse3377]

We did volunteer work for 18 years and enjoyed it. I became the only driver as my husband had dementia. Just sold the rig as my children don't want me to go alone. But we had fun.

[@RVOddCouple]

It can get stressful

[@RVOddCouple]

👍

[@mopac1957]

Walmart/ Cracker Barrel is not boon docking. We planned on 2 days in the snowy range in SE Wyoming but ended up staying a whole week. Solar panels kept us charged up. Only bad part was having to take water tanks and tote to get water and dump grey. Rest of the time was wonderful.

[@RVOddCouple]

Agreed! We will get out to do some real boondocking soon Jim 👍😊 Thank you

[@zalleywaalley8227]

I am currently a traveling CNA (nurses assistant) and I stay in motels for the time being but, I did also spend 18years on the road in a semi. Having lived in sticks and bricks though for the the last 10 years plus I really missed being out there. Now that I’m back I can spend from 4 weeks to a year in one spot. I will be converting a bus this spring and that money for the the motels will pay for that wooohoo I am so excited.

[@RVOddCouple]

Awesome Zalley! Let us know how that bus conversion goes....

[@markweiner3896]

John and Mercedes... could of more thoughts...we just figured out that on average we spent $70 per day for two people including fuel, food, occasionally dined out or got carry out food...We went 7,000 miles and averaged 19 MPG... that's 369 gallons of fuel at $2.25 per gallon...less than $850 in fuel for the entire trip.... Yeah, we have a Class B Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500... I don't know how I could have done that for less... We stayed at a lot of Walmart's and Cracker Barrel restaurants....it was great..... Oh, one more thing..we have a vacation home that we stayed at so we were not on the road for the whole time... We have a separate residence to drive to.... it's a nice setup.

[@RVOddCouple]

Always enjoy your experience and perspective Mark. Happy Thanksgiving

[@jennikadarling3812]

I LOVE your story. So happy to have come across your channel!-Jennika, Mattress Insider

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Jennica💚💚💚

[@Chimp_6]

Terrific information/advice! Boondocking is a very nebulous term. In it's purest form it means camping without hookups or an assigned space. So IMHO, if your in a Walmart parking lot or 20 miles out an unmarked dirt road you are boondocking. For me I prefer to look at it as just a variant of "dry camping". Have a blessed Thanksgiving! And & Kim

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Andy and Kim 💚 Happy Thanksgiving and God Bless you Guys as well

[@kenp9469]

First, you have learned a great deal. Second I would not go with a Class c, or a. In case of repair, where do you stay? Yes a towed vehicle would help with that. But now you are back to adding length. A smaller travel trailer, with a good tow vehicle is the best balance. Just be ready to pay for a proper hitch. You put enough anti-sway on the trailer, and you will be fine. You could go down to a much smaller bunkhouse. What storage space you loose in the trailer. You make up with the bed of the truck. Just add a camper shell.

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy Thanksgiving Ken and thank you as always for sharing your thoughts. Great points here!

[@kenp9469]

@@RVOddCouple Happy Thanksgiving to all of you as well.